Sedation Dentistry FAQs

Common Questions About Dental Sedation In Sacramento

If you think you might benefit from a more relaxing dental experience, here are some questions that you may want answered about dental sedation.

What is dental phobia?

Dental phobia is a more intense form of dental anxiety that can cause the sufferer endless dental and overall health issues. Those who truly experience dental phobia have a difficult time visiting the dentist, because it causes them an overwhelming amount of fear and anxiety. Those with dental phobia should be introduced to anxiety-free dentistry, or sedation dentistry. Conscious sedation really can make a visit to the dentist an easy, comfortable, and stress-free experience.

Is dental sedation safe?

When dental sedation is administered by individuals who are qualified, conscious sedation is considered extremely safe. CRNAS, anesthesiologists, and some dentists are qualified to administer dental sedation. Dr. Michael Boyce is one of those dentists. Dr. Boyce is a certified sedation dentist with DOCS. We will also monitor you closely while you are sedated.

What are the side effects of sedation dentistry?

Those who undergo dental sedation may experience some forgetfulness, amnesia, and confusion after the appointment. They will likely not remember the details of their time in the dentist’s office. Rarely, other side effects may occur, including headache or nausea.

Will I feel pain?

Most patients feel absolutely no discomfort throughout their visit. They often comment that they feel great after their appointment.

Will I be completely relaxed during dental sedation?

Although you will be awake, you will be relaxed as if you were asleep. Your body and mind can rest fully while your dentist improves your health.

What will happen to my concept of time during dental sedation?

Our patients usually are unable to maintain any concept of time while they are sedated. By the time the sedation wears off, it feels like only a few moments have passed, as if they have been asleep.

Which procedures can be performed while I am sedated?

Most procedures can be performed while you are sedated. Dental sedation is used to eliminate any level of anxiety that our patients feel so that we can improve their health and get them the results that they are looking for.

Come find out if dental sedation is the answer to your worries and questions about dentistry. Let Dr. Boyce and his staff treat you with personalized care, and provide you with a relaxing sedation dentistry experience. Give us a call at Ardent Dental Care today!

The whole staff welcomed me with open arms, and helped me cope with my anxiety with the dentist. They are awesome! I highly recommend.

Eric D.

2018-09-28T08:24:25+00:00

Eric D.

The whole staff welcomed me with open arms, and helped me cope with my anxiety with the dentist. They are awesome! I highly recommend.

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Arden Dental Care is staffed with a team of incredibly friendly helpful people. I had a dental emergency and needed work done ASAP. Just about an hour after calling in, I was getting work done. My tooth was fixed with great care and quality. Definitely recommend here.

Danny M

2018-09-28T08:21:21+00:00

Danny M

Arden Dental Care is staffed with a team of incredibly friendly helpful people. I had a dental emergency and needed work done ASAP. Just about an hour after calling in, I was getting work done. My tooth was fixed with great care and quality. Definitely recommend here.

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Everyone is wonderful!! They really seem to care about you and strive to provide excellent service!! Dr. Boyce is really great at explaining everything step by step so you are apart of your dental care plan. I am very happy the results from the work I've gotten done. I highly recommend this dental office!!

Elizabeth K

2018-09-28T08:20:37+00:00

Elizabeth K

Everyone is wonderful!! They really seem to care about you and strive to provide excellent service!! Dr. Boyce is really great at explaining everything step by step so you are apart of your dental care plan. I am very happy the results from the work I've gotten done. I highly recommend this dental office!!

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The whole staff was awesome! They were all welcoming and professional. Cindy was outstanding and I have never had such a thorough dental exam. Dr. Boyce was beyond awesome!👍

Paula R.

2018-09-28T08:22:11+00:00

Paula R.

The whole staff was awesome! They were all welcoming and professional. Cindy was outstanding and I have never had such a thorough dental exam. Dr. Boyce was beyond awesome!👍

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I highly recommend Arden Dental Care!
Dr. Boyce and his well qualified team were professional, kind and friendly throughout this entire plan that they put together for me. They were able to help me have a great smile again! Thank you again to all at Arden Dental Care.

Lynden B.

2018-09-28T08:23:00+00:00

Lynden B.

I highly recommend Arden Dental Care! Dr. Boyce and his well qualified team were professional, kind and friendly throughout this entire plan that they put together for me. They were able to help me have a great smile again! Thank you again to all at Arden Dental Care.

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Sacramento dentist Dr. Michael Boyce provides cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, restorative dentistry, sedation dentistry and even Invisalign clear braces to patients in the Sacramento, California area, including from the surrounding communities of Carmichael, Fair Oaks, Elk Grove, Natomas, Davis and Gold River, CA. He has been rated one of the best dentists in Sacramento based on his reviews on Google Reviews and was named one of the top dentists by Sacramento Magazine.